Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic ZS60

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic LS5 and Panasonic ZS60, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the LS5 (14MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was brought out 5 years before the ZS60 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the LS5 grades versus the ZS60 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LS5 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has specifications of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LS5 and Panasonic ZS60 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the LS5 and the ZS60.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LS5 and ZS60 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the LS5 and ZS60.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS60 to produce greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged LS5 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.